Murugan, also known as Kartikeya (Kaa-rrttih-Keh-Yuw), is the son of Lord Shiva and the Goddess Pavathi. His brother is the infamous deity, Ganesha. Murugan is popularly worshipped in Southern India, especially in the Indian State of Tamilnadu. He is often referred to as Tamil Kadavul, which means The Lord of the Tamil people. He is considered to be the primary deity of the Kaumaram sect of Hinduism. Although this sect is primarily located in the Tamil region, there are also members in Sri Lanka and Malaysia.The handsome Kartikeya is the commander of the army of Devas (Indian deities) and he is represented with six heads, enabling him to see in all directions at once. This means he can see any oncoming attack of war. He also has 12 hands and rides a peacock.Newlyweds Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi lived together at Mount Gandhamadana. His vehicle is a peacock, a pious bird that grips with its feet a serpent, which symbolizes Ego and desires of people. Peacock represents destroyer of harmful habits and conqueror of sensual desires. Kartikeya are being worshipped along and during Durga Puja. Lord Kartik is primarily worshipped among those who intend to have a son.